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Holiday lights and sounds to take over Sudbury’s downtown Saturday for Santa Claus Parade

With a little bit of Holiday magic, Saint Nicholas will be visiting several northern communities this weekend for annual Santa Claus parades.

'Trash talking' initiatives in Cambrian College aim to promote recycling, reduce waste

Cambrian College in Sudbury is hoping two new additions to the cafeteria will promote a more environmentally sustainable campus while educating and engaging with students.

$3M donation to help repair arena in Elliot Lake

The City of Elliot Lake said Thursday it has received a $3-million donation from Edward and Suzanne Rogers for the Centennial Arena restoration.

Elliot Lake, Ont., raid uncovers cocaine, fentanyl, sawed-off shotgun and cash

Five people have been charged – including one from southern Ontario – following a raid of a Tokyo Crescent residence in Elliot Lake.

Sudbury murder mystery group spoofs holiday classic

A Sudbury-based theatre company that specializes in comedic murder mystery shows is taking on a beloved holiday classic this month.

Province cancels deal with Canadore College for North Bay addiction treatment centre

After years of delays, the province has pulled the plug on an addiction treatment centre in North Bay. A news release from Canadore College on Thursday confirmed the centre won’t be moving forward.

Northern Ont. tourism officials shift focus to American and Toronto travellers

Tourism is a critical industry that supports significant economic development and revenue for many cities in northern Ontario.

Unattended cooking to blame for North Bay house fire, landlord fined

The owner at a North Bay rental home has been fined and seven people displaced after a kitchen fire Tuesday.

Sudbury pharmacy tech creates a better way to label prescriptions

Avalon Lupini, who has been a pharmacy technician in Sudbury for 17 years, has come up with an innovative solution to a common problem.

Interactive experience for Taylor Swift fans in Sudbury

Taylor Swift kicked off her Eras Tour stops in Toronto last week and the frenzy for the pop star is expanding north with a tribute show and event later this month.

After a year of struggle, centre that helps Sault youth to move to a building with heat

Sault-based charity Save Our Young Adults, or SOYA, will soon move to a new home -- for good reason.

$3M donation to help repair arena in Elliot Lake

The City of Elliot Lake said Thursday it has received a $3-million donation from Edward and Suzanne Rogers for the Centennial Arena restoration.

Sault College accounting students get a head start on their careers

Students in Sault College’s business accounting program have a new learning pathway that will ultimately give them a head start to a career.

Investigation explains why plane overran runway in the Sault in 2023

The Transport Safety Board of Canada says the crew of a Porter Airlines flight landing in Sault Ste. Marie in April 2023 didn't realize the plane was so far down the runway.

Unattended cooking to blame for North Bay house fire, landlord fined

The owner at a North Bay rental home has been fined and seven people displaced after a kitchen fire Tuesday.

Iroquois Falls mayor welcomes provincial funding for community projects

Development Greg Rickford for a funding announcement Wednesday that will have a major impact on the town’s bottom line.

NOFC funds announced in Timmins

Northern Development Minister Greg Rickford made a NOHFC funding announcement in Timmins this week.

Unattended cooking to blame for North Bay house fire, landlord fined

The owner at a North Bay rental home has been fined and seven people displaced after a kitchen fire Tuesday.

Sudbury pharmacy tech creates a better way to label prescriptions

Avalon Lupini, who has been a pharmacy technician in Sudbury for 17 years, has come up with an innovative solution to a common problem.

Seven-month road construction project comes to an end in Timmins

The City of Timmins is putting the final touches on Algonquin Boulevard East, between Balsam Street and Brunette Road.